Asthma

According to our partner, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, asthma affects over 25 million Americans, both children and adults. Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that can cause difficulty breathing, wheezing, coughing, and even chest pain. While there is no cure for asthma, it can be managed by understanding your triggers and having an action plan.

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What is an asthma action plan and why do I need it?

September 16, 2021
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According to the Centers for Disease Control, over 10 million men, women and children in the United States experience an asthma attack each year. More than 1.6 million people have an attack so severe that they end up in a hospital for emergency care. On average, 10 Americans die each day from asthma. The statistics […]

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Member Stories

Diane’s Story: Living with Severe Asthma

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I always have my inhaler close by, especially during the change in seasons. Last summer I experienced the most severe asthma attack I’ve had in years while at my nephew’s track meet. With the sun beating down, I decided to leave the bleachers and stand under a willow tree to enjoy some shade before his next race. After

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Asthma and Allergy: Protecting Yourself During COVID-19

May 20, 2020
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It’s allergy season again, and this year some experts are predicting the worst seasonal allergy conditions in years. To add more stress, the coronavirus pandemic is upon us – and sometimes it’s hard to know if your symptoms are allergies, asthma, or COVID-19. People living with allergies and asthma need […]

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